Natural Cold Flu Easy Remedies have worked for me through the years!  Also helpful for smog.  Colds and Flu can be seasonal, but can really hit anytime.   Flu Near You is a cool site where you can see immediately where flu is lurking in your own zip code!

IF IT’S ALREADY DONE-BEGUN…KNOCK IT DOWN!

 It’ always my belief that prevention is the best medicine and the more natural, holistic and easy, in our busy lives, the better!

MY ‘ATTACK the CRUD’ STUFF!  What’s in MY Wellness Arsenal?  

Well, I’ll tell you!  Here are my main personal long time-tested faves for Natural Cold Flu Easy Remedies .  

Natural Cold Flu Easy Remedies ~ My Picks!

EAT YOUR FRUITS & VEGGIES!  

Naturally, the best thing we can do is take preventative measures and eat as healthfully as we can!  Eating lots of yummy produce!  I feel it’s important, however, that you go organic where possible.  I know that’s not always easy or in the budget.  So it’s good to know each year’s DIRTY DOZEN & CLEAN FIFTEEN.  If you know what’s on the list, you will be  ‘in the know’ for your choices that aren’t as important on which to go organic – as the pesticides/contaminates are low.

* APPLE CIDER VINEGAR *  My #1 Pick!

MY #1 – YESSSSSS! To me, there is no better, INEXPENSIVE way to remedy a myriad of ills, from skin to scalp to tummy, weight loss, to cleaning!   For a COLD? Helps soothe dry throats  and helps remove body toxins.

You know that feeling when you just know you are getting a cold?    You feel the heebie-jeebies creeping up on you.  Especially in the middle of the night! I can’t count how many times this has happened to me over the years when vinegar ‘Saved The Day’!  I’d drag myself out of beddie, take a slug of vinegar and by morning… PERFECTLY FINE!  

My absolute favorite is BRAGG ~ Organic APPLE CIDER VINEGAR (With the Mother).   

WHAT’S ‘MOTHER’?

The thick sediment in the bottom of your vinegar container – THAT’S GOOD!  It’s the friendly bacteria full of proteins, enzymes and potassium which supports a healthy immune system!   (Shake well!)

Apple Cider Vinegar – capsules  – Handy if you don’t have the liquid available.

* HONEY * (Organic and unfiltered where possible)   Honey has antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidants activities! There are soooo many uses for it!  Smoothies, hot cereal, etc.! NATURE NATE’S is a very nice one.  

HEALTHFUL DRINK:  A fave daily preventative drink for many is 2 – 3 t vinegar & 1 or 2 t honey in 8 oz purified water.  If already sick, do this up to 6 X a day.  If you don’t want the honey, I like Stevia.  My fave is NuNaturals drops.  Not bitter!  What I use daily for health maintenance.

***SEASONINGS***

* GARLIC  *

Garlic is an ancient remedy, still revered today, especially by me!  I use it in all these forms.  I love it as a seasoning on all my dishes, salads and at times will add to my vinegar drink for extra protection!  Use-Garlic-as-a-Cold-and-Flu-Remedy is a useful article on Wiki.

 Organic garlic Salt  Redmond is wonderful if you like a blend.  

Garlic Powder  Simply Organic is a great on if you want it pure and potent!  Nice in cooking.

* ONION *

Love – Cry… Onions… Get it?  Oh, aren’t I  just so hilarious.  

The onion is often called “The King of Vegetables” due to its long held belief from ancient Egyptian times of its MANY BENEFITS.

Organic Onion Salt   REDMOND ONION SALT – Slightly chunky and so easy to add to dishes when cooking!

Organic Onion Powder   FRONTIER CO-OP – I looooooooooooooove this stuff.  The powder is so fine and I slather it on all my meals.  I add it after cooked on my personal dish.

FRESH ONION – (Organic if you can!)  Yuuuuuum, nothing like sauteed in olive oil onions in my dishes.  But RAW ONION is best for a cold!  Slice thinly and have a yummy AVACADO/ONION SANDWICH on natural bread.  I like purple or sweet onions for sandwiches.  Hmmmmm – I’m hungry!  

NO CRY TRICK!  :'(    Raw Onion can get the water-works going!    Cut it under running water. It works!  Place a secure plastic board in sink (you can put a wet cloth under to keep from slipping) and give it a go. (At your own risk, so use caution!)

* OREGANO *

Oregano is an effective anti-bacterial useful for humans and animals!

Nature’s Way – Oregano Oil capsules – Easy peasy!

By mouth – Oreganol P73 Dropper – 

Simply Organic –  Oregano – Dried –  Easy way to add while cooking/baking!

Fresh – Try growing some on your window sill!

* CAYENNE *

Cayenne has crazy lots of benefits!  Great for the stuffies, as it CLEARS CONGESTION! The cayenne pepper, also known as the Guinea spice, cow-horn pepper, red hot chili pepper, aleva, bird pepper,’ or, especially in its powdered form, red pepper, is a cultivar of Capsicum annuum, which is related to bell peppers, jalapeños, paprika, and others.

Cayenne Extra Hot – capsules   – Nature’s Way ~ Easiest for me!  Reeeeal hot is too spicy for me!  Even the capsules are better with food on your tummy, I think.

 Cayenne – Granules – Simply Organic is a great brand!  I do like a light sprinkle on my food.

Hot Chili Peppers (Fresh organic where possible)  Some like it HOT!   Fab if you can handle it!

*****COLD & FLU HEALING ON-THE-GO*****

Here’s a few things I love cause they are so darn easy!  Chew – chew ~ Squirt!

* UMCKA *

Umcka Cold + Flu

Clinically Proven Medicine from Nature Great Tasting Chewables Non-Drowsy.  I always like to have these on hand!  If I’m going to some gathering and I know ‘stuff’ is going around… I pop one in beforehand! 

Umcka Coldcare  

This is wonderful and soothing.  A hot cup of comfort.  simply pour the little packets in hot water.

* OLIVE LEAF COMPLEX *

Barleans Olive Leaf Complex Throat Spray – Love this stuff!  I keep by my bedside and if I’m ever feeling slightly funny in my throat, I reach over a go for a few sprays!

Olive Leaf Complex Throat Spray is a convenient super-antioxidant solution for promoting a healthy immune system and season wellness. Natural peppermint lemon and sage are refreshing and soothing to the throat.

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*AROMA THERAPY *

Healing for your body and your senses.  I have long used essential oils for years.  Always make sure your oils are Pure.  I use them directly on the body (nightly on my feet) with a little carrier oil.  My fave is coconut oil.

Essential Oils for Cold and Flu

• Tea Tree Essential Oil –  Antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic and antiviral properties
• Pine Essential Oil –  Helps to clear the nasal passages in relieving sore throat pain.
• Lavender Essential Oil –  Antiseptic and antimicrobial properties.  Gentle enough for use with children.
• Peppermint Essential Oil –  Antiseptic and anti-viral properties. Useful as an expectorant in diffuser.  But not where babies, young children are present.
• Lemon Essential Oil –  Increases your ability to fight off illness by helping to boost the body’s immune system, as it stimulates the production of white blood cells.
• Eucalyptus Essential Oil – Antiviral and a decongestant, helps to soothe inflammation and to fight bacteria.
• Rosemary Essential Oil – Antiseptic and an antimicrobial
• You can use these alone or in blends.

Diffusers

I also use it in diffusers.  I have the Aroma Ace and Aroma Infinity.  Love them both!  I have two I received from Diffuser World.   I chose these because they are waterless, cold atomizers.  Oils are not damaged by HEAT or WATER!  Soooo, now I am an affiliate for Diffuser World, which means if you click on my link or graphic link and purchase anything from them, I will get a small commission.  yay!  win-win.

Diffuser World has pure essential oils has singles and blend packages for colds & flu, etc., that you can mix yourself!

*NOTE:  I don’t diffuse where my kitties are present.  there are many points of view on what oils are safe for felines, but I’m super cautious regarding them.  Their systems are very different than dogs and other animals.

The Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness is one of many books on amazon where you can learn about the different oils and their benefits.

Cold or Flu . . . Not sure which?

 Web MD can help you out!  Most importantly, the Natural Cold Flu Easy Remedies I have listed above, I believe are absolutely fabulous for both!  

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What if I told you there was something that would create a natural constipation relief and bless you with better health for under $25 you would use EVERY TIME you ‘GO‘ for the REST OF YOUR LIFE?    Woo Hoo!

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EVERYTHING COME OUT ALRIGHT? 

Growing up, that was a little joke at our house.  When someone exited the bathroom, my mom would often smile and say, “Everything come out alright?”  We would groan at the silliness and smile.  But it was also a serious subject with my mother, who was interested holistic health and implemented natural ways, foods and supplements in our lives, which was a far less popular thing to do in the day.  (Even subject to ridicule, at times.)  Thankfully, now more and more, people are finding the benefits of ‘going’ more natural.  (That could be a little double meaning constipation joke – hee)

I HAVE FOUND SOME EASY SOLUTIONS  for EVERY DAY  COMFORT (EVERY TIME YOU GO!) and  NATURAL CONSTIPATION RELIEF ~ MUST SEE: HILARIOUS “Best Poop of Your Life” VIDEO!   *SEE BELOW!

IMPORTANCE OF MOVING YOUR BOWLS SMOOTHLY

Most people have an issue with it from time to time.  Some suffer severely – sluggish bowels or worse, constipation. Most people don’t like to talk about it or even use the words.  I’m guilty! But chronic constipation can lead to other heath issues.  So I decided it to get over it – important to talk about!

Form, frequency, and transit time of bowel movements are vital in colon health.

CAUSE & EFFECT:  There are various causes.  Stress, Diet and unfortunately, Meds.

Many prescription and nonprescription medications, come with the very undesirable side effect of stopping or reducing the bowl flow, chronic constipation and other problems.

Learn more

WHATEVER THE REASONS, sometimes our bodies just don’t want to cooperate, leaving us feeling sluggish and miserable.

SOLUTIONS FOR HELPING THINGS (POOP) ‘ALONG’!  (Down the LOOPTIE-LOU CHUTE)  #1 & NUMBER 2 (had to get that in there somewhere -pardon my puns!) #3 & #4!

Frequency:  American College of Gastroenterology, states, “A normal bowel pattern ranges from three times daily to three times per week.”  Web MD suggest the same thing, depending on age, activity and diet. “There are many who advocate the first to be the best for your overall health.

# 1  DIET is a huge key to natural constipation relief.  A variety of vegetables, fruit and fiber from whole foods can prevent constipation. Where possible, I would suggest organic and non-GMO.    Check out my blog post, “Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen“.  There is a variety of thought on the best diet, but  I personally feel one where the staple is primarily: First- Veggies Second- Fruits. Third- Legumes & Grains  This is my general belief (but I’m not always perfect!).   Article for suggestions and more info.

# 2  SUPPLEMENTS

I’m a believer in quality supplements, where needed, as well.  Because not all of us are always pristine in our diet!   ( I do hope you will also go the healthier diet route, as well….) BUT NOT ALL SUPPLEMENTS ARE CREATED EQUAL!  Know your ingredients. (See a great supplement below!)

OVER-THE-COUNTER SUPPLEMENTS & LAXATIVES & DEPENDENCE

Ingredients such as SENNA or CASCARA, which can give temporary relief, but can make your health situation worse down the line.

According to WebMD, “SENNA is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth long-term or in high doses. Don’t use senna for more than two weeks. Longer use can cause the bowels to stop functioning normally and might cause dependence on laxatives. Long-term use can also change the amount or balance of some chemicals in the blood (electrolytes) that can cause heart function disorders, muscle weakness, liver damage, and other harmful effects.”  These are only some of the potential problems. Click their link for other Warnings.

CASCARA – WebMD lists warnings for this ingredient also, including “Cascara is POSSIBLY UNSAFE with Side Effects when used long-term. Don’t use cascara for longer than one or two weeks. Long-term use can cause more serious side effects including dehydration; low levels of potassium, sodium, chloride, and other “electrolytes” in the blood; heart problems; muscle weakness; and others.”

A GREAT NATURAL SUPPLEMENT

Here is one that HITS ALL THE RIGHT MARKS IN MY OPINION.  Helpful ingredients all in one supplement.  All these HELPFUL INGREDIENTS, that I would gather and put together myself for a colon help recipe.  It DOES NOT CONTAIN SENNA or Cascara.

Here they all are in one easy supplement for natural constipation relief!

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THIS VIDEO WILL HAVE YOU LAUGHING!  It reminds me of some of the zany commercials I’ve produced.  Love a company with a great sense of humor and a great sense of a way for us to feel better while taking ‘action’ for better health.

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Laughter for the Soul

Babies cry easily but they also laugh so effortlessly and easily.  And we can’t help but laugh along with them! Laughter is indeed contagious – Is it not?  

Sources of Laughter

In the most trying of times, I have found moments of laughter.  I can find humor and laughter in the most unusual places and most often find myself laughing at myself! Surround yourself with those that have good energy and have auras of joy about them.  I also love to read humorous books, and watch funny film and TV!  I love to write with humor wherever possible.  My books will be out soon!

“Laughter is an Instant Vacation”  ~ Milton Berle

Milton Berle (born Mendel Berlinger; July 12, 1908 – March 27, 2002) was an American comedian and actor. I remember watching him as a child on TV and like to remember the laughs he gave my grandparents and especially my wonderful uncle who couldn’t speak, but his happiness was apparent.  What joy this was to behold!

Do You Know Who This Baby Is?

I chose this photo for my meme,because it is an adorable depiction of laughter, but also for the baby!  When I saw this image in searching for laughing face, I thought … This is it!  He was a well known child star known for saying, “Okey-dokey”.  He brought smiles and laughs to many, and I remember him well.  He was best known as _ _ _ _ _ _, from a very popular series.

View him here… But before peeking… Write you answer or guess in the comments below!   

Laughter the Best Medicine

It is true what they say!  Laughter has a positive, even medicinal affect on our body!  It relaxes our body.  therefore, it  boosts our immune systems, because it helps release endorphins, diffuses anger, which is good for our heart! ♥ 

This is a wonderful article on the benefits of happy laughing, from HelpGuide.org.

Thanks much for joining me, Everybuddies!

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My darling grandfather on my mother’s side was a rugged Mining Engineer, who braved the harsh mountains alone many times as he did important surveys for the state.  But what I recall of him was his gentle nature.  He wrote thoughtful, wonderful verse and would quote others’ he felt worthy of repeating and passing on.  He had beautiful intention of thought and would always say kind things to us and often throw in an inspirational quote.  Saying that I remember to this day, which brings me much happiness.  He also loved humor! It helps me to recall him and that is extremely special to me.

LASTING IMPRESSIONS 

I like to think that things I choose to say will be remembered by my sweet granddaughters.  He had many lovely books of poetry by well know authors and as a teen, I would read them and find beauty, inspiration and satisfaction from many of those pages.  What we find and choose to ingest can have lasting effects – For a positive effect or not.

If we start our day with one inspirational quote or thought to ponder, it can bring happiness throughout.   It can even last a LIFETIME.  I believe that a heart which is touched by beauty each day will shine beauty without and touch others naturally, which bequeaths lasting impressions.

“For every minute you are angry you lose sixty minutes of happiness.”  ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Ralph Waldo Emerson (May 25, 1803 – April 27, 1882) was an American poet, lecturer, and essayist.

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UPDATE!  SEE THE NEW 2017 LIST !    I think it’s interesting to compare my 2016 List to the new 2017 List.  It’s actually quite close.   https://draxe.com/dirty-dozen/

GOING ORGANIC?

More and more of us are wanting to go organic today.  But it isn’t always convenient, or affordable.

WHAT to do?

Produce Knowledge:  The first thing to gear up on is knowing your options in the veggie/fruit world.

Not all of these yummies are so terrible if they aren’t organic. But there are others that are far worse by degree, if not. The EWG (Environmental Working Group) report for 2016 lists two groups. The Dirty Dozen – the top 12 with highest levels of harmful pesticides, and The Clean Fifteen – showing by number the least offenders.  *see Lists below.

For the last five years, the lovely, crunchy apple was #1 on The Dirty Dozen.  It’s fallen to #2.
A NEW innocent little fruit has now become the non-organic pesticide-laden ‘bad guy’. 

In 2016, the delectable, juicy STRAWBERRY hits # 1 on the “Dirty” list!

EWG analyzed test results of more than 35,200 samples of fruits and vegetables taken by the FDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration).

At least 98 % of all the non-organic strawberries they sampled,  at least 98 % had detectable pesticide residues!  47 % of the samples had residues of 10 or more pesticides, but some showed residue from 17 different pesticides.  More than I want my family ingesting!

EWG reports that some chemicals found were mostly benign, while OTHERS have been linked to cancer, reproductive and developmental damage, hormone disruption, and neurological problems. “It is startling to see how heavily strawberries are contaminated with residues of hazardous pesticides, but even more shocking is that these residues don’t violate the weak U.S. laws and regulations on pesticides in food.”

The EWG claims the  EPA’s levels of residues allowed on produce are too lax to protect Americans’ health.  “They should be updated to reflect new research that shows even very small doses of toxic chemicals can be harmful, particularly for young children,” Sonya Lunder, EWG Senior Analyst, said.

The EPA has said the levels are not harmful to eat. “We perform dietary risk assessments to ensure that all tolerances established for each pesticide are safe. These assessments account for the fact that the diets of infants and children may be quite different from those of adults and that they consume more food for their size than adults,” the agency says on its website.

Though some of the chemicals found on the strawberries relatively benign, others have been linked to cancer, reproductive and developmental damage, hormone disruption, and neurological problems, the group reveals.

“It is startling to see how heavily strawberries are contaminated with residues of hazardous pesticides, but even more shocking is that these residues don’t violate the weak U.S. laws and regulations on pesticides in food,” Sonya Lunder, EWG Senior Analyst, said in a statement. “The EPA’s levels of residues allowed on produce are too lax to protect Americans’ health. They should be updated to reflect new research that shows even very small doses of toxic chemicals can be harmful, particularly for young children.”

The EPA has claimed the levels are not harmful to eat. “We perform dietary risk assessments to ensure that all tolerances established for each pesticide are safe. These assessments account for the fact that the diets of infants and children may be quite different from those of adults and that they consume more food for their size than adults,” the agency says on its website.

WHAT IS LURKING on those non-organic produce?

The EPA lists what pesticides/chemicals are used on what crops HERE (scroll down).

BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY.  I, for one, would rather be on the safe side and Go Organic where the “Dirty Dozen” is concerned.

*Here are the two EWG lists for your shopping convenience:

2016 “DIRTY DOZEN“

1. Strawberries
2. Apples
3. Nectarines
4. Peaches
5. Celery
6. Grapes
7. Cherries
8. Spinach
9. Tomatoes
10. Sweet Bell Peppers
11. Cherry tomatoes
12. Cucumbers

#1 on the ‘Good Guy’ List

So which yummy made the top of the Clean fifteen  list?

AVOCADO!  And I say YAY!  I love to include this nutrition-packed guy in my diet every day.  And with less than one percent of samples showing any detectable pesticides, that’s all right with me!

No single fruit sample from this “clean” list tested positive for more than four types of pesticides and very few tested for more than one.  So not PERFECT, but something many of us can live with when we need or desire to.

2016 “CLEAN FIFTEEN”

1. Avocado
2. Sweet Corn
3. Pineapple
4. Cabbage
5. Sweet Peas (frozen)
6. Onions
7. Asparagus
8. Mango
9. Papaya
10. Kiwi
11. Eggplant
12. Honeydew Melon
13. Grapefruit
14. Cantaloupe
15. Cauliflower

With this delicious list,  at least we can breath quite a bit easier and go non-organic where these are concerned.  But what about the ones that fall through the EGW fruit & veggie cracks?  I’m thinking it’s a matter of individual discernment.  If not on the ‘Bad Guy Foodie’ (my words) list, I feel at least safe enough to eat on occasion.  The list changes yearly, so be aware.  At any rate, I’ll always prefer organic where able.

WHAT ELSE can we do?

PLANT, GROW, HARVEST:   Best way to know what is on our PRODUCE! We can always get involved in community or Neighborhood Gardening.  (Stay Tuned for more on this!)

If you are growing your own ORGANIC, here’s some great NON TOXIC HOME PESTICIDE.

Eco Defense Organic Home Pest Control Spray

Eco Defense Pest Control Pouches – All Natural – Repels Rodents, Spiders, Roaches, Ants, Moths & Other Pests – 12 Pack – Best Mouse Trap Alternative

LOCAL FARMERS:  Know which farms grow organic and where you can find the harvest you desire!

BE PRODUCE SHOP SAVVY:  Look for the places to shop near you that carry organic.  Always great to SHOP LOCAL! (Stay Tuned for more on this!)

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2017 DIRTY DOZEN & CLEAN FIFTEEN!

The 2017 EGW’s Dirty Dozen List & Clean 15 List

2017 DIRTY DOZEN 

1. Strawberries
2. Spinach
3. Nectarines
4. Apples
5. Peaches
6. Pears
7. Cherries
8. Grapes
9. Celery
10. Tomatoes
11. Sweet Bell Peppers
12. Potatoes

2017 CLEAN FIFTEEN

The Clean 15 list includes produce that is least likely to be contaminated by pesticides. Here’s the 2015 Clean 15 List:

1. Sweet corn
2. Avocados
3. Pineapples
4. Cabbage
5. Onions
6. Frozen Sweet Peas
7. Papayas
8. Asparagus
9. Mangos
10. Eggplant
11. Honeydew
12. Kiwi
13. Cantaloupe
14. Cauliflower
15. Grapefruit

Some sweet corn and papayas sold in the United States are not GMO Free, so best to choose organic to avoid.

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Wishing you Love and Beauty, my friends.     ~Deba Do

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Start your day with one inspirational thought to ponder throughout.  

Great acts start with small deeds.   ~Lao Tzn

“Lao Tzn was one of the most famous Chinese philosophers. Not much is known of the details of his life, and some have thought he was not a real person.”  (6th century BC) More info on Wiki.

Beauty Within and Without ~ Let Yours so Shine

I believe that a heart which is touched by beauty each day will shine beauty without.   

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Nourish and revitalize your skin with a mask made fresh that will not only beautify your skin (especially good for dry skin), but have long lasting benefits with its natural, organic ingredients. It can help slow down the aging process by improving elasticity as it reaches through the inner layers of your skin.

FOUR SIMPLE INGREDIENTS:

Organic HONEY

Honey is considered a super food!   It’s known for preventing topical infections, best in the unprocessed, organic form.   Honey has powerful antibacterial properties and is an adequate source of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that are naturally good for your skin!

I find HoneyTree’s raw organic Wildflower Honey to have a lovely floral flavor.
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 Organic APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

Apple Cider Vinegar is a natural detox for the body so naturally perfect to help draw out impurities in your skin!  Due to the antibacterial properties, it’s extremely beneficial for your face in multiple ways.  It can help balance your skin’s ph levels and even help prevent break outs.

For a Daily Skin Cleansing Toner:  Simply dilute some apple cider vinegar with a little purified water and apply with a cotton ball.

I could go on and on.. AMAZING for SO MANY things! I have a long family history with the stuff!  (Much more about that in upcoming posts.)

I feel BRAGG APPLE CIDER VINEGAR is the very best you can possibly get.

USDA Certified Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
Kosher Certified
Raw and unfiltered
Made from the finest, delicious, healthy, organically grown apples

***If you live in Utah, you will find BRAGG at Gregory’s Wheatshop!  You’ll also find the famous Jack Sprat bread and other yummy breads –  their own family recipes baked fresh and much more!     I created and am admin on their page and a big fan. 

Organic AVOCADO   –   Organic is always great, but avocados are on the “Clean Fifteen List“.  So if you can’t readily get organic, the non-organic is still very healthful to eat or put on your skin!

This action-packed fruit has skin loving minerals such as iron, calcium, copper, potassium & magnesium and more, as well as vitamins A, E, B and K and unsaturated fats.  The avocado is especially helpful for acne prone as well dry or sensitive skin.  It may also help reduce inflammation on the skin, as in blemishes or redness.

Organic LEMON

Lemon has an anti-aging antioxidant effect due to the vitamin C and exfoliating action of the citric acid.  It’s also a natural skin lightener and toner.

*A word of caution:  It is said by dermatologists that the oil in lemons can react with UVA rays of the sun which can lead to a phototoxic reaction of redness, burning and even blisters.  Always use precaution when spending time in the sun directly after using lemon on your skin.

YUMMMY DIY ORGANIC FACE MASK

Recipe:

1 tablespoon organic apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons organic honey

½ organic ripe avocado (Add more as needed for a smooth applicable consistency.  Gobble up whats left!)

1 teaspoon lemon juice  (juiced from fresh organic lemon)

Instructions:

Note:  Always test on your skin prior to detect any reactions.  This recipe is derived from my own personal research and experience.  Each person’s experience will be different.

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